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In Bolivia, President Morales' camp is facing potent threat from his own indigenous base
LA PAZ, Bolivia – Just months after President Evo Morales won re-election with a convincing three-fifths of the vote, Bolivia's first indigenous president is suddenly up against a formidable opposition. It comes not from the conservative business elite that long has chafed at Mor
Syrian activists say Islamic State extremists, after seizing Palmyra, now control ancient site
Syrian activists say the Islamic State militants, after seizing the ancient town of Palmyra in central Syria, are now also in full control of its famed archaeological site. Rami Abdurrahman of the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says the extremists overrun the s
Organized crime charges filed against 170 motorcycle gang members after Texas shootout
Approximately 170 members of rival motorcycle gangs were charged with engaging in organized crime Monday, a day after nine people were killed and 18 others injured in a shootout at a Texas restaurant. A Waco judge set bond at $1 million for many of the suspects. McLennan County J
Typhoon kills at least 2 in Philippines, 3,500 flee to shelters
MANILA, Philippines – A powerful typhoon that slammed into the northeastern tip of the Philippines left at least two people dead and prompted nearly 3,500 residents to flee to shelters following warnings to evacuate coastal and mountainous villages. Typhoon Noul has weakened sinc
Flood emergency declared in Oklahoma City as storms pound Plains
A flash flood emergency was declared in Oklahoma City for the first time in its history Wednesday as a series of storms across the southern Great Plains spawned tornadoes that destroyed homes and overturned cars on an interstate. As of late Wednesday, no deaths had been reported
Nepal's earthquake highlights exodus of young people from poor villages
Nepal – Gone, the girl says as she squints into the sun, the air around her shimmering with wind-blown wheat chaff. She points to one house after another nestled in the green hills, most shattered from the massive earthquake that hit Nepal last month. "Over there, one has gone. T
Nepal rescuers uncover victims of earthquake-triggered mudslide that wiped out village
KATHMANDU, Nepal – Rescuers were digging through thousands of tons of earth Tuesday, the remains of a quake-triggered mudslide that wiped out an entire village along a popular trekking route in Nepal's Himalayan foothills. Police and local villagers have recovered 60 bodies from
Nepal quake death toll at 6,260 as rescue effort, recovery continues
Nepal – Fresh croissants emerged from a popular bakery and were quickly snapped up. Farmers delivered fresh produce and lines disappeared at gasoline stations. Slowly, life edged back toward a semblance of normal in Nepal's quake-hit capital Friday as residents packed up tents an
State Dept. IDs 2 Americans killed in Nepal quake; 2 others reportedly dead
The State Department has confirmed the deaths of two American citizens, Ely Taplin and Vinh B. Truong, in the recent Nepal earthquake, with two more Americans also reported dead. The devastating 7.8 magnitude quake has claimed over 4,000 lives across Nepal, India, and Tibet, triggering an avalanche at Mount Everest bas
US reportedly steps up involvement in Saudi-led Yemen campaign
The U.S. is reportedly increasing its involvement in the Saudi-led airstrike campaign against Houthi rebels in Yemen, amid concerns about the campaign's effectiveness. The U.S. Navy has stepped up patrols for suspected Iranian weapons shipments, and the Obama administration is advising Saudi Arabia to refine its object
World's oldest person dies at 117 in Japan
Misao Okawa, the world's oldest person, passed away in Japan at 117. The Osaka native, recognized by Guinness World Records, died peacefully of heart failure, surrounded by loved ones.
ISIS might be harvesting organs, Iraq tells UN
Iraq's UN ambassador has urged the Security Council to investigate claims that ISIS is harvesting human organs to fund its operations, citing bodies found with surgical incisions and missing organs.
109 Boko Haram fighters killed in Niger, defense minister says
Niger's defense minister reported 109 Boko Haram fighters killed and four soldiers dead following attacks in Bosso and Diffa. Chadian troops aided Nigerien forces in the counter-offensive.
FDA decides to regulate some wearables, as Apple Watch launch looms
The FDA has issued preliminary guidelines for regulating wearable devices, focusing on those that diagnose or treat serious illnesses, while general wellness trackers will remain unregulated. This move comes as the Apple Watch prepares for its 2015 launch.
‘Like a Horror Movie’: Rare frilled shark caught off Australia
A rare frilled shark, a species dating back 80 million years, was unexpectedly caught by a fishing trawler off the Australian coast. Its unusual appearance, featuring an eel-like body and 300 needle-shaped teeth, has been described as 'freaky' by those who encountered it.
Japan's Abe 'fighting against time' to seek release of hostages held by Islamic State
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is working against the clock to free two Japanese hostages held by the Islamic State group, who are demanding a $200 million ransom.
21 dead after boat capsizes in Yangtze River
A tugboat capsized during a test voyage on China's Yangtze River, resulting in 21 confirmed deaths. The vessel carried an international team, and rescue efforts were challenged by swift currents.
Pakistan, India trade fire in Kashmir, killing 2
Cross-border shelling in Kashmir between Pakistani and Indian forces has resulted in two deaths and eight injuries. Both nations accuse each other of initiating the violence, which follows recent accusations of soldier killings.
Ebola death toll in three African countries hits 7,373
The Ebola death toll in West Africa has reached 7,373 across Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, with nearly 500 new deaths reported since December 17. Sierra Leone has the most cases, but Liberia records the highest fatalities.
Prepackaged caramel apples linked to 4 deaths
Health officials are cautioning consumers to avoid prepackaged caramel apples due to a listeria outbreak linked to four deaths and numerous illnesses across 10 states. The CDC is investigating the rapidly evolving situation, which primarily affected vulnerable populations.